What we’re about
### 🥾 Welcome to Our Purpose-Driven Hiking Club We offer private, curated walks, hikes , activities, adventure's and events etc. led by trained trail or event leaders — with options for individuals, couples, families, or small groups of friends, or travelers seeking peace, purpose, and structure in nature.
📍This is a private club — 🛑not a public RSVP group. All hikes or walks adventures etc. are arranged directly through message-based coordination.
No crowds. No party scenes. No swiping. Just structure, peace, and connection — rooted in safety and respect for nature.
✅ 1-on-1 or small group walks, hikes, adventure's, activities, events etc.
✅ Training & mentorship available
✅ Leave No Trace + permit-aligned
✅ Quiet hikes, scenic loops, or beach walks
✅ Veteran-supportive, faith-friendly, and beginner-welcoming
✅Experienced hikers looking for structured outings without Meetup chaos
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### 📌 How It Works:
We don’t post public RSVP events. Every walk, hike, adventure or event is customized and pre-arranged.
➡️ Learn how to join a hike:
Welcome & How It Works Guide
➡️ Review required safety rules and disclaimer:
Safety Policy & Trail Conduct
### 🧭 Start Here: Orientation & Safety Materials
Before your first hike or training, all members must review the following:
📘 Welcome to the Hiking Club
📋 Hiking Safety & Gear Checklist
✅ Pre-Hike Checklist
📢 Hiking Essentials & Emergency Whistle Guide
🪨**Cairns & Trail Markers – What They Are and Why They Matter**
🔗 Trail Club Lodging, Hotel, and Ride Policy
These links explain our trail process, safety expectations, gear requirements, and how we match people with the right trail energy.
🪖 We hike with preparation, not performance. Show up ready — and at peace.
📘 Want to understand how and why we operate this way?
Read the Strategic Operations Brief to learn about our structure, our choice to avoid open RSVPs, and the values behind how we build trust, safety, and leadership on the trail. It’s not just hiking — it’s protection, clarity, and peace.
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### 🧭 Want to Hike?
Message us direct.
Tell us your comfort level, your travel range, and what kind of trail energy you're looking for.
We’ll match you with a safe, respectful walk, hike , adventure, event — or guide you through training if you’d like to learn.
🚫 Note to Visitors:
We cap RSVPs to protect event quality and ensure purposeful coordination.
If you’ve been waitlisted, simply message us with trail goals or adventures your seeking — and we’ll connect you directly if aligned.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- 🌲Midweek Reset — Private Hike Coordination (DM to Join)Needs location
🥾Feeling off-track or craving fresh air midweek?
📄This post is part of our weekly coordination cycle.📍This Is A Private Club Anchor – Not an RSVP Event 🛑 Not a public hike. DM for access if aligned. Hikes are arranged privately and flexibly based on your availability — not during the posted time slot.
🌱 We Shape the Trail Around You
Just a quick reminder — this isn’t an RSVP one-size-fits-all hiking group.
We don’t build a calendar and expect you to fit in.
We build everything around the members and the people who show up.Whether you: Need a reset walk or strength-focused hike
Prefer tree cover over rocky slopes Want skill-based sessions like land nav or gear prep Or just want a kind space to breathe and move... We’ll shape it around you.🎯 This club is grounded in presence, not pressure. DM if something here speaks to you — or keep walking quietly until it’s time.
We’ll be here. Trail’s open.Each week on Tuesday, we highlight opportunities for guided, purpose-driven hikes. These are personalized and arranged individually — whether you want a flat, scenic loop or a challenging ridgeline hike.
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✅ How to Join:
Message Joey De or the Scheduling Admin with:- Your fitness/comfort level
- Your travel range (local / mid-range / extended)
- What kind of trail you prefer (quiet, scenic, beach, incline, etc.)
We’ll match you with a hike that fits your energy and goals — guided by someone who understands safety, solitude, and trail structure.
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🧭 Areas Covered (Based on Travel Time)
we're open to meeting up at some great spots I know well, categorized by how far you're willing to go:
· Local (15–30 minutes) – Moorestown, Rancocas Woods, Pennsauken trails, Palmyra Cove Nature Park
· Mid-range (1–2 hours) – South & Central NJ, Wharton State Forest, Wissahickon Valley (PA), Avalon/Stone Harbor beach walks, Batsto Village, Valley Forge
· Extended range (2.5–4 hours) – Delaware Water Gap, Poconos, Catskills, northern PA ridgelines, major NJ/NY/PA scenic routes and state parks✨ And many more depending on season, interest, or request
➡️ View Additional Hiking & Nature Spots (continuously updated)Hike Types & Terrain
We’ve been to all these areas and know the trails well. We can choose based on what you’re in the mood for:
· ✅ Easy & flat trails
· 🌿 Mild to moderate inclines
· ⛰️ More challenging terrain with steep inclines, steps, or rock scrambles
· 🌊 Waterfalls, lakes, rivers, wilderness, peaks, and beach trails
🕓 Timing
· Totally flexible depending on weather and interest
· Hikes can range from quick 1-hour walks to full-day adventures
· Open to weekday or weekend meetups### 🚗 Logistics
Open to carpooling or meeting at the location.
Happy to recommend what to bring or how to prep for trail conditions.
Transit Access:
Our carpooling location is directly connected to a River Line Light Rail station, making it easy for those arriving by public transportation.- River Line Light Rail: Local NJ rail line that serves many nearby trail areas
- PATCO Speedline: High-speed rail from Philadelphia to South Jersey — connects at the Broadway/Rand Transportation Center (also a River Line station)
- Amtrak: National rail service — connect with River Line at Trenton Transit Center for long-distance coordination
- NJ Transit Trip Planner: Plan your full route using rail, bus, and transfers across NJ and into PA/NY
Let us know if you’re arriving by public transit — we’ll coordinate your hike meetup accordingly.
· 💬 Interested?
· Just reply here or DM me if you'd like to coordinate! Let us know your comfort level and timing, and I’ll match the best walk, hike, activity or adventure to your vibe.
· Let’s make the most of the outdoors—hope to see you out there!
📌 Before hiking, please review:***
DM me if you’d like to coordinate a hike this week.
We hike with purpose — not crowds. 👣 - 🧗 Training Series 1B – Mountain Acclimatization & Conditioning (Parts 1 & 2)Needs location
This advanced-level training focuses on the physical and psychological adaptations required for safe, effective performance in mountainous terrain.
Taught by an Army-trained Cavalry Scout (19D), this session is based on real military protocols for acclimatization, altitude training, and mountain operations — not gym theory.
⏱️ Time Clarification:
This event appears on Tuesday as part of our coordination rhythm but:
📍This Is A Private Club Anchor – Not an RSVP Event 🛑 Not a public event. DM for access if aligned. ➡️Training is conducted flexibly and arranged privately — not during the posted time.***
### 🧠 What You’ll Learn:
- Physiological effects of altitude & low-oxygen environments
- Temperature extremes & how your body adapts
- How to prep for elevation gain — not just terrain type
- Managing exertion, energy, and fatigue in mountain regions
- Sanitation, hygiene, and bivouac constraints
- Layering systems and cold-weather gear choices
- Isolation and psychological endurance in harsh environments
- Medical considerations (altitude sickness, dehydration, hypothermia)
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### 📚 Required Reading:
Mountain Acclimatization & Conditioning – Parts 1 & 2
🧭 New: Why We Run This Club the Way We Do
Read the Strategic Operations Brief
(For those wondering about our structure, safety flow, or why we don’t use public RSVPs:)***
### 🧭 Field Application:
Extended training exercises test both support systems and mental conditioning. This series prepares you to move through extreme terrain — cold, isolated, unpredictable — and keep your head in the game.
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🚨 Participation Instructions:
This is a private training group — not a public RSVP system.📥 To begin this module:
Message the Scheduling Admin to coordinate your track and arrange future field sessions.🧗 This isn’t about gym cardio. This is about mountain readiness.
- 🛠️ Training Series 1C – Ruck Conditioning & Heart Rate ZonesNeeds location
This training module builds your endurance foundation for serious trail work and Trail Leader certification. It introduces ruck training, heart rate zone targeting, and lactic threshold awareness to help you increase output without burnout.
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### ⏱️ Time Clarification:
This event appears on Tuesday as part of our coordination rhythm, but:
📍This Is A Private Club Anchor – Not an RSVP Event 🛑 Not a public event. DM for access if aligned. ➡️Training is conducted flexibly and arranged privately — not during the posted time.Ideal for those preparing for Class III+ hikes, multi-mile treks, or simply looking to train more intelligently. Grounded in military conditioning practices and wilderness-readiness pacing.
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### 📚 Required Reading:
- Heart Rate, Lactic Threshold & Ruck Training Guide
- Trail Difficulty & Fitness Readiness Guide
- 🧭 New: Why We Run This Club the Way We Do
Read the Strategic Operations Brief
(For those wondering about our structure, safety flow, or why we don’t use public RSVPs:)
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### 🚨 Participation Instructions:
This is a private training group — not a public RSVP system.
All participation is coordinated through direct message with the Scheduling Admin.📥 To join this module:
Message the Admin to confirm your availability and get added to the training tracker.***
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🪖 Train slow to move fast. Strength is built under weight.
You're not just walking — you're building a mission-ready body. - 🌊 Avalon Beach Day (Weather-Dependent) Swimming, Surfing, Paddle Boarding,Avalon, Avalon , NJ
📍 Avalon, NJ – Its Summer And Weather is Looking Good For: Swimming, Surfing, Paddle Boarding, Beach Activities & More
Hey crew —We’re keeping Avalon on rotation for member beach hangs. Whether it’s surfing, swimming, or just unplugging on the sand, — this one’s open to just our members. We’ll activate beach day events based on weather, availability, and member interest.
⚠️ Important Info – Please Read:- 📍This is a private club activity — not a public event.
- No RSVP required through Meetup. Coordination is done privately.
- DM Joey De or the Scheduling Admin direct to join or help coordinate.
🌊 Water Notes:
- Ocean temps may still be cool — a wetsuit or rash guard is recommended for extended water time.
- Beach tags can be purchased onsite.
- Active Duty and Veterans can get free Season passes.
- Bring your gear: surfboards, paddle boards, beach games — or let us know if you need help finding rentals.
🏖️ Beach Basecamp Setup:
We’ll have a canopy, flags/markers for visibility.
➡️ Exact beach location (GPS pin) will be sent via DM to confirmed members.🙏 Honoring Local Service & Community Roots 🏖️👨👩👧👦
I’ve worked in Emergency Management in this area 🥷🪖and have deep family ties to Avalon and the surrounding community. Several of my relatives own homes here, some were lifeguards and I’ve spent years connecting with both full-time residents and seasonal visitors. It’s a safe, family-friendly place where I’ve come to know many of the lifeguards, public workers, and public safety crew personally — and I continue to meet new people who care about this beach as much as we do.🚓 We’re also here to recognize and support the entire team that keeps Avalon running — including the Avalon Police Department, Avalon Fire Department 🚒, and the borough’s essential public workers 🧹🚛. Their presence, dedication, and steady work are what make this beach town such a welcoming and secure place for families, friends, and all who visit.
👣 Some of the lifeguards we honor carry on a legacy that spans generations — like Avalon’s legendary Murray Wolf, who I also knew personally who served over 65 years, following in the footsteps of his father and uncle before him. Families like the Glombs, McDonnel's and many others have made lifeguarding a proud tradition here — protecting these shores with heart, heritage, and deep local roots.
Among those we personally thank:
🏄♂️ Matthew Wolf, Chief
🏄 Ryan Black, Captain
🌊 Craig Whitehead Sr., Erich Wolf, Shane McGrath, Ian Keyser, Danielle Smith | Lieutenants
👨👩👧👦 Jack, George, James, and Alex Glomb.
Regan, Molly and John McDonnell, Katie Scanlo, Dave, John, Rob, 🛟🏄♀️Plus many others who keep Avalon safe and welcoming.…and the many others who serve the community with heart 💛 — Note we’ll be updating this list in the newest revision of this year’s yearbook.
📌 Need help with your setup?
Visit: BeachSetupGuy.com
Serving Avalon, Stone Harbor, and Sea Isle City
📧 beachsetupguy@gmail.com | 📱 215-300-9320This is a flexible, casual beach day — open to members of the private club who align with our values of calm energy, clean connection, and respect for each other and the space.
⚠️ Beach Safety Reminder – Digging Holes
Please be mindful when digging on the beach. Unattended holes can cause serious injury to others — especially at night when visibility is low. Before you leave, always fill in any holes you’ve dug.
🚫 Never climb into a deep sand hole. The walls can become unstable and collapse, creating a dangerous risk of entrapment.
Let’s help keep the beach safe for everyone. 🛟Let’s make this summer season a good one.
DM Joey De or the Scheduling Admin to plug in.
